Along with Larry Yust's 'Lottery', 'Clown' was likely one of the two best selling ed films ever made. On the surface, it's a cute kid & dog story. Underlying is a possible subtext that fascinates us every time we view the film, and makes for a satisfying, yet ultimately ambiguous ending. Gilou Pelletier is outstanding as the small boy, and the camera work by Guy Suzuki takes wonderful advantage of the terraces of Montmartre.
Reviewer:glennrivera
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January 12, 2010 Subject:
"Clown" AT LAST I HAVE FOUND YOU!
After seeing this film at the age of 6 - I was both sad and uplifted. It is a beautiful story of a human heart in pain and also learning and understanding. It does seem that others who have had the similar story of seeing it at a young age - felt the same compassion for it. I was in tears at the age of 48 again and the feeling of sadness - but it was emotion which made me once again realize that our human hearts are touched by lessons.
Reviewer:Meezazu
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January 9, 2010 Subject:
Wonderful short
I watched this movie over 20 years ago in grade school and I have never forgotten it. I have finally found it again and it is just as wonderful as it was when I was a child. A magnificent story and theme that caught my imagination and tugged my heart strings.